Publication: Car Graphic
Format: Road Test
Date: February 1969
Author: “C/G Test Group” (uncredited)

Summary: Two-door coupe version of the Crown S. Rear seat comfort is not compromised, six-cylinder SOHC engine revs easily to 7000rpm or more, extremely quiet up to high speeds, conversation is possible at 120km/h, brakes are powerful but require excessive pressure, steering is heavy at low speeds, ride is generally good but a bit stiff on bad roads.

Publication: Motor Fan
Format: Road Test Summary
Date: 1971 (Motor Fan Road Test Digest Annual)
Author: Motor Fan Editorial Staff (uncredited)

Toyota Crown Hardtop Model Overview

With this model change, the Crown’s styling has undergone major changes that seem to be ahead of their time. The rounded roofline, bonnet treatment, and other innovative forms are evident throughout, giving the car a style that ranks among the best of Toyota’s cars, while still retaining the familiar curved body shapes in the same vein as the Corona and Mark II, the so-called “Toyota Line.” The first thing that catches your eye is how smooth the body is, without any conspicuous protrusions. The front and rear body-colored bumpers are integrated into the rest of the body so as not to disturb the lines of the exterior. The bumpers are thicker than the body panels, giving them the strength required for their function, while also making them easy to replace in the event of damage. The smooth flow of the roofline blends into the rear fender line to create a graceful curved surface. The semi-matte wheel covers, which at first glance resemble magnesium, and the large air outlets in the rear pillars add a further special touch to the car’s exterior.